Jodi Herlick
@jodiherlick.bsky.social
Author of weird, dark YA and MG; lover of cats and otters; fiction editor/mentor. www.jodiherlick.com
Editing on a sentence level? Check out my guide with 10 simple revisions that will make a big impact. You can download it for free from the resources page of my website: jodiherlick.com/blog/
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Thoughts on writing and craft.
jodiherlick.com
February 5, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Editing on a sentence level? Check out my guide with 10 simple revisions that will make a big impact. You can download it for free from the resources page of my website: jodiherlick.com/blog/
"Some privacy, please, human!"
January 29, 2025 at 2:04 AM
"Some privacy, please, human!"
The productivity killer is at work again.
January 21, 2025 at 1:21 AM
The productivity killer is at work again.
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My urban fantasy thriller novels featuring the modern-day remnant of an ancient clan of werecats torn apart as militaries on three continents vie to exploit their deadly talents are in group promo with a bunch of other great looking books! Check 'em out at storyoriginapp.com/to/lOzs3Wq
New Year, New Monsters 5: From the Seas
Fantasy | Monsters | Horror | Supernatural | Dragons
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December 26, 2024 at 6:22 PM
My urban fantasy thriller novels featuring the modern-day remnant of an ancient clan of werecats torn apart as militaries on three continents vie to exploit their deadly talents are in group promo with a bunch of other great looking books! Check 'em out at storyoriginapp.com/to/lOzs3Wq
Sometimes you stop to smell the bubbles and fall in the bathtub.
December 16, 2024 at 2:53 AM
Sometimes you stop to smell the bubbles and fall in the bathtub.
My editorial assistant has taken my computer hostage and growls when I try to move her. I think she's demanding a promotion.
#WritingCommunity
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December 6, 2024 at 3:21 PM
My editorial assistant has taken my computer hostage and growls when I try to move her. I think she's demanding a promotion.
#WritingCommunity
#WritingCommunity
There's something wonderful about sitting down to write and reaching a flow state almost immediately, especially when it's been a few weeks of fighting to get out a couple hundred words. #WritingCommunity
November 30, 2024 at 8:21 PM
There's something wonderful about sitting down to write and reaching a flow state almost immediately, especially when it's been a few weeks of fighting to get out a couple hundred words. #WritingCommunity
Just a reminder that tomorrow is the last day to receive my Black Friday discount. I'm offering 30% off on full manuscript edits to anyone who reaches out for a free sample edit by the end of November, even if you book later. Query critiques on sale as well! www.jodiherlick.com
November 29, 2024 at 8:57 PM
Just a reminder that tomorrow is the last day to receive my Black Friday discount. I'm offering 30% off on full manuscript edits to anyone who reaches out for a free sample edit by the end of November, even if you book later. Query critiques on sale as well! www.jodiherlick.com
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@mjengels.bsky.social welcome to BlueSkySocial!
In case nobody knows this yet or I don't chat about it enough these days,
Mark writes excellent books.
I love the Forest Exiles Saga.
Go say hello.
In case nobody knows this yet or I don't chat about it enough these days,
Mark writes excellent books.
I love the Forest Exiles Saga.
Go say hello.
November 29, 2024 at 6:04 PM
@mjengels.bsky.social welcome to BlueSkySocial!
In case nobody knows this yet or I don't chat about it enough these days,
Mark writes excellent books.
I love the Forest Exiles Saga.
Go say hello.
In case nobody knows this yet or I don't chat about it enough these days,
Mark writes excellent books.
I love the Forest Exiles Saga.
Go say hello.
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Why yes indeed! My urban fantasy thrillers feature the modern-day remnant of an ancient clan of werecats, torn apart as militaries on three continents vie to exploit their deadly talents. As featured on my books' covers and elsewhere: www.amazon.com/dp/B0C572FW6N
November 29, 2024 at 6:43 PM
Why yes indeed! My urban fantasy thrillers feature the modern-day remnant of an ancient clan of werecats, torn apart as militaries on three continents vie to exploit their deadly talents. As featured on my books' covers and elsewhere: www.amazon.com/dp/B0C572FW6N
LEGO sets have gotten very realistic... and adorable.
November 23, 2024 at 8:15 PM
LEGO sets have gotten very realistic... and adorable.
While I remain envious of writers who can plot their books before drafting, I am giving up on any further plotting on my WIP. I'm halfway through the first draft, and from here on, I'm just going to see what weirdness comes out. Where are my fellow chaos lovers? #WritingCommunity
November 20, 2024 at 10:19 PM
While I remain envious of writers who can plot their books before drafting, I am giving up on any further plotting on my WIP. I'm halfway through the first draft, and from here on, I'm just going to see what weirdness comes out. Where are my fellow chaos lovers? #WritingCommunity
Black Friday specials! I'm a collaborative editor who offers encouraging, actionable feedback. Reach out for a free sample edit or book a service before December 1 and receive 30% off a full-length manuscript edit. Submission critiques are as low as $20! Visit www.jodiherlick.com. #WritingCommunity
November 18, 2024 at 8:26 PM
Black Friday specials! I'm a collaborative editor who offers encouraging, actionable feedback. Reach out for a free sample edit or book a service before December 1 and receive 30% off a full-length manuscript edit. Submission critiques are as low as $20! Visit www.jodiherlick.com. #WritingCommunity
He is lion. Hear him roar.
November 16, 2024 at 3:46 AM
He is lion. Hear him roar.
Cat vs. Lizard: The epic battle of who gets to snuggle with the dirty dish towel no one has bothered to bring to the laundry room
February 9, 2024 at 1:59 AM
Cat vs. Lizard: The epic battle of who gets to snuggle with the dirty dish towel no one has bothered to bring to the laundry room
If you're wondering how to enhance your manuscript's voice, this post is for you!
#WritingCommunity #amwriting
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#WritingCommunity #amwriting
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Cultivating Voice: How to Immerse Readers in Your Character’s Mind
Agents and editors often talk about how they love a manuscript because of the voice. But what is this nebulous thing called voice? And how do you give your story a stronger one? "Voice" in storytellin...
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February 3, 2024 at 7:06 PM
If you're wondering how to enhance your manuscript's voice, this post is for you!
#WritingCommunity #amwriting
jodiherlick.com/2024/02/03/c...
#WritingCommunity #amwriting
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To celebrate the launch of my editing business, I'm giving away a free submission critique package! Plus, the first 20 people who enter and repost this will get guaranteed feedback. For more info: jodiherlick.com/2024/01/21/s...
#amquerying #writingcommunity #amwriting
#amquerying #writingcommunity #amwriting
Submission Package Giveaway
First pages are critical in grabbing the attention of agents, publishers, and readers. If your pages aren't getting the response you hoped for, or if you'd like feedback before you start submitting yo...
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January 21, 2024 at 10:19 PM
To celebrate the launch of my editing business, I'm giving away a free submission critique package! Plus, the first 20 people who enter and repost this will get guaranteed feedback. For more info: jodiherlick.com/2024/01/21/s...
#amquerying #writingcommunity #amwriting
#amquerying #writingcommunity #amwriting
Today's blog is for everyone who's gotten feedback that attempts to change the heart of their story. In the face of rejection, we need to remember that our stories are important because of their glorious uniqueness.
#amwriting #writingcommunity
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#amwriting #writingcommunity
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Staying True to Your Story
Meg Murray was one of my first literary heroes. I remember sitting on a park bench when I was twelve, ignoring the vivid greenness of the trees that rustled around me because I was too immersed in A W...
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January 14, 2024 at 10:09 PM
Today's blog is for everyone who's gotten feedback that attempts to change the heart of their story. In the face of rejection, we need to remember that our stories are important because of their glorious uniqueness.
#amwriting #writingcommunity
jodiherlick.com/2024/01/14/s...
#amwriting #writingcommunity
jodiherlick.com/2024/01/14/s...
Happy Lizard-day doesn't have quite the same ring as Happy Caturday, but Pickle wishes you happiness anyway.
January 6, 2024 at 5:43 PM
Happy Lizard-day doesn't have quite the same ring as Happy Caturday, but Pickle wishes you happiness anyway.
My daughter made me the perfect Christmas present. #WritingCommunity
December 24, 2023 at 6:53 PM
My daughter made me the perfect Christmas present. #WritingCommunity
Yesterday I wrote for 2 or 3 hours and got 1300 words written. For me, that was a lot. This is also why I don't do Nanowrimo. Any other slow drafters out there? #WritingCommunity
November 26, 2023 at 3:22 PM
Yesterday I wrote for 2 or 3 hours and got 1300 words written. For me, that was a lot. This is also why I don't do Nanowrimo. Any other slow drafters out there? #WritingCommunity
